Elaborate dance moves and costumes in Time Machine during the PuSh International Performing Arts Festival | Photo by Chris Randle
Take time out of your busy schedule to attend these wonderful events! With dance performances to children’s celebrations, there is something for everyone. These cultural events celebrate different communities in the Lower Mainland, so join in on the festivities!
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Hot Chocolate Festival
Jan. 17–Feb. 14
Multiple Venues
www.cityfood.com/hotchocolate/coming-soon-
The 5th annual Hot Chocolate Festival is back with bigger and bolder flavours! With over 20 participating venues, this event was made for chocolate lovers. Part of the Hot Chocolate Festival proceeds goes towards East Van Roasters who provide training and employment to female residents of the Ranier Hotel. For more information on participating venues, please visit the website.
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Feast on Film – Like Water for Chocolate
Jan. 28, 5:30 p.m.
Studio 1398, 1398 Cartwright St., Granville Island, Vancouver
www.dineoutvancouver.com/events/feast-on-film
Part of the Dine Out Vancouver Festival, the Feast on Film gives background to different foods and cultures. The featured film Like Water for Chocolate is a Mexican film that features themes of food and love. This dinner-movie event provides guests with a wonderful film and a three course meal. For more information on pricing, please visit the website.
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Apres Moi & The List
Jan. 28–Feb. 1
Ruby Slippers Theatre
1555 W. 7th Ave., Vancouver
778-834-9948
Join the Ruby Slippers Theatre in their re-enactment of two touching French plays: Apres Moi and The List. The two featured plays are an English translated version of two French plays. The themes presented in the plays are about love, loss and the ability of strangers to influence our lives. For more information on ticket pricing, please visit the website.
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Faustin Linyekula in his performance of Le Cargo | Photo by Agathe Poupeney
Le Cargo
Jan. 29–31
Scotiabank Dance Centre
677 Davie St., Vancouver
www.pushfestival.ca/shows/le-cargo
Part of the PuSh International Performing Arts Festival, Le Cargo is a feature performance that incorporates dance and storytelling. Faustin Linyekula uses his homeland of the Congo to blend his solo dance with a story of culture. His movements are thought-provoking and culturally specific to the Congo. For more information on pricing, please visit the website.
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Carnaval Skate
Jan. 31, 12:30–3 p.m.
Bill Copeland Sports Centre
3676 Kensington Ave., Burnaby
www.burnaby.ca/Things-To-Do/Calendar-of-Events
Bring the family to enjoy the fun that winter brings at the Carnaval Skate. This event celebrates French culture with face painting, ice skating and French crafts! The kids will have a great time enjoying the crafts and festivities at this one-day event. For more information, please visit the website.
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North Delta Winter Market & Food Truck Festival
Feb. 1–April. 26
Sunbury Hall,
10409 Dunlop Rd, Delta
www.northdeltawintermarket.flavors.me
Every Sunday from now until April, purchase locally grown produce, baked goods and gluten-free options at the North Delta Winter Market and Food Truck Festival. Not only does this event sell a variety of foods, but there are also hand-made jewellery and clothing for purchase.
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Broadway Across Canada Presents Beauty and the Beast
Feb. 3–8
Queen Elizabeth Theatre
630 Hamilton St., Vancouver
The classic fairy tale Beauty and the Beast is brought to life on stage for five days in Vancouver. The tale as old as time, brings laughter, tears and enjoyment to all ages. This event is suitable for the whole family. Watch as Belle falls in love with her Prince in this Broadway production. For more information on scheduling and pricing, please visit the website.
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Opera with Nicolas Krusek
Feb. 4, 12:30–2:30 p.m.
Welsh Hall
215 E. 17th Ave., Vancouver
Musician and composer Nicolas Krusek engages his audiences in this series on operas by Russian composers. For music lovers, this opera is a great way to expand musical horizons. Spend an afternoon reveling in the songs of Borodin’s Prince Igor and more.
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Time Machine by MACHiNENOiSY
Feb. 4–7
Scotiabank Dance Centre
677 Davie St., Vancouver
The Dance Centre presents Time Machine by MACHiNENOiSY, part of the PuSh International Performing Arts Festival. This modern day, rule-breaking performance pushes boundaries with handcrafted costumes and outrageous dance moves. Time Machine is a performance by adults and kids, which hopes to inspire audiences with a new perspective.
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Valley Song
Feb. 5–21
Gateway Theatre
6500 Gilbert Rd., Richmond
604-270-1812
Valley Song, as directed by Jovanni Sy, brings themes of love and tribulation to the South African landscape. This story of overcoming racial prejudice will warm the heart of many. Follow 76 year old Abraam “Buks” Jonkers as he tills the land he will never own. Meanwhile, his talented granddaughter, Veronica, can’t wait to become a superstar. For more information, please visit the website.
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7th Annual Children’s Arts Festival
Feb. 9–13
Richmond Cultural Centre
7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond
The annual Children’s Arts Festival is back again this year to celebrate and promote creativity in youth! Located in the heart of Richmond, the festivities include special guests, crafts and wonderful displays made by local children. Bring the kids to this joyous event to enjoy the fun or even to join in on one of the multiple creativity classes.
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Family Day at the Carousel
Feb. 9, 12–3 p.m.
Burnaby Village Museum
6501 Deer Lake Ave., Burnaby
Spend Family Day at the Carousel at the Burnaby Village Museum! There are many activities for the kids to enjoy, including children’s entertainers, heritage games and unlimited carousel rides. This event was made for families with young children in mind, so bring the children and spend a great time with your family!
